Highlights
- Rare Round Wheel Arch Mark 3 variant
- Heritage Certificate included
- Comprehensive maintenance history
- In current ownership for over 15 years
The Appeal
The MG Midget is a surprisingly big component to the world of the British sports car, considering its diminutive size. In a world where affordable leisure was the be-all, end-all, it perfectly hit the mark, with cute styling and familiar mechanics making for an altogether engaging car that ticked all of the boxes.
The car continuously evolved as generations ticked by - to some purists, losing its character in the process. Thankfully there is the odd glimmer of hope to be found in later cars, particularly in the form of this - the MK3 with round arches, the more powerful 1,275cc engine and just before the introduction of the 'Sabrina' impact bumpers. It's an enviable spec, and most will agree it's the car to go for.
This very handsome 1973 car is a great example, having been kept very original and very well maintained over the course of its 15 year tenure with the vendor.
The car continuously evolved as generations ticked by - to some purists, losing its character in the process. Thankfully there is the odd glimmer of hope to be found in later cars, particularly in the form of this - the MK3 with round arches, the more powerful 1,275cc engine and just before the introduction of the 'Sabrina' impact bumpers. It's an enviable spec, and most will agree it's the car to go for.
This very handsome 1973 car is a great example, having been kept very original and very well maintained over the course of its 15 year tenure with the vendor.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1973
- In current ownership for over 15 years
- Comes with Heritage Certificate confirming its provenance
- MOT and tax exempt due to its historic vehicle status
- Full 50-point Vehicle Safety Check undertaken in December 2023
- Comprehensive service history and maintenance records available upon request
- Registration number XYY577M
- Currently registered in the UK
The Condition
- Has been garaged and only used in dry weather by the current owner
- Finished in factory-accurate Damask red paintwork that presents well
- Bodywork appears in good condition with no modifications, dents or dings
- Original Round Wheel arches
- Underside is clean and well presented with only light surface wear
- Comes with a mohair hood, full tonneau and half tonneau cover
- Interior colour-matched to the exterior paintwork
- No sign of any significant rips or tears
- Piped upholstery is in fine order with full bolsters
- All instruments are clean and legible
- Dashboard is well-presented
- Carpets are in good order
The Mechanics
- 1,275cc A-series 4-cylinder engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Benefits from recent mechanical maintenance including:
- Replacement clutch
- Accuspark electronic distributor upgrade
- Reconditioning of carburettors
- Recent exhaust system installation
- The vendor states all mechanicals are in good condition
- They note that this is a very solid and reliable car
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